In the Days of the Comet · Character
Rawdon
A local businessman and political figure, often in conflict with the socialists.
minor
Also known as old Rawdon, Old Rawdon, Mr. Rawdon
First appearance: I: Dust in the Shadows
Rawdon's tie to Parload is one of the pressures that moves In the Days of the Comet—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
Leadford's employer at the pot-bank in Clayton, whose detestable face fuels Leadford's anger.
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With Parload (friendship): Parload and Rawdon are fellow workers or acquaintances who share political discussions and camaraderie. With Nettie Stuart (social): Nettie and Rawdon are acquaintances within the same social…
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See Rawdon in I: Dust in the ShadowsCharacter Web
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Relationship types
- Friendship
- Social
- Other
Character groups
- Old World Political and Social Figures
- Pre-Change Love Triangle
- Protagonist
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak where the protagonis…
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Follow the arc while readingRelationships
- Parload
friendship · positive
Parload and Rawdon are fellow workers or acquaintances who share political discussions… How this plays out →
- Nettie Stuart
social · positive
- Parload
friendship · positive
Parload and Rawdon are fellow workers or acquaintances who share political discussions… How this plays out →
Relationship notes
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See Rawdon in I: Dust in the ShadowsIn the story
Rawdon appears across 6 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
Chapter companion notes
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See Rawdon in I: Dust in the Shadows